Adjustable Pipe Wrench
When you think if the quintessential metal plumbing tool, this is it. The adjustable pipe wrench is an iconic symbol of plumbing repair.
This tool provides tremendous leverage and grip. Once you tighten the wrench around the pipe by use of the knurled knob, it is designed to grip round objects (such as pipes) securely by digging its sharp serrated teeth into the pipe with increasing pressure as the wrench is turned.
As a result this wrench is known for leaving teeth marks behind. I don't recommend this wrench for removal of trim and if used that way, I suggest you use duct tape on the serrated teeth to protect the trim finish. More preferable however is to use an adjustable crescent wrench for fine work on trim that is visible.
Pipe Wrench
